Job ID: 21101
Agency: Department of Education; Division of Career & Technical Education (DCTE)
Location: Pierre or Statewide, Location Negotiable and has the option to be remote
Salary: $24.97 - $26.22 per hour; depending on experience
Pay Grade: GJ
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This is a full-time position with the Department of Education. For more information on the Department of Education please visit http://doe.sd.gov/.

This position works as an employee of the Department of Education with regular office hours. The position could be located in the department's office in Pierre or work as a remote employee in South Dakota. Approximately 60% of work is conducted from the office with the remaining 40% of the position's time spent traveling for work-related duties and events. Most travel is in-state; however, occasional out-of-state travel is required. Some evening and weekend hours are required.

The SD Department of Education is seeking a Career Development Specialist to provide guidance and technical assistance for middle and high schools in the south-central region of the state related to the implementation of high quality career and technical education programs. In addition to broad support for career development efforts, the position will serve as a statewide subject matter expert for the following career clusters and education initiatives: Ag, Food and Natural Resources, Manufacturing, and Architecture and Construction. This position will also service as the liaison to support the SD - FFA association.

Key responsibilities include:

• provide technical support for the development of strong career education systems in school districts in the region;
• manage Perkins Grant requirements and program reviews with school districts in the region;
• establish connections with and provide support for new teachers and programs in the region;
• serve as a liaison between educators, school districts, the DOE, technical institutes, and business and industry partners;
• develop and coordinate training for educators;
• coordinate advisory committees and implement strategies based on committee guidance;
• serve as liaison to the South Dakota FFA Association;
• provide content expertise related to Career Clusters and DOE Initiatives:
• curriculum standards;
• assessment & industry certifications;
• academic integration;
• SDMyLife;
• work-based learning;
• sequence of courses;
• business and industry partnerships (relationship building);
• program/course/student organization implementation strategies.

National Career Readiness Certificate of silver or higher is preferred.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

To be successful, candidates should possess strong motivation to design and support systems that benefit students and the workforce, a mind for service, initiative to make things happen, and the ability to anticipate needs.

Associate's or Bachelor's degree highly preferred, with professional experience in education, business, and/or the Career Cluster areas required. Preferred candidates will bring strong teaching/curriculum expertise and/or industry experience.

Knowledge, skills, and experience needed for successful performance:

• COMMUNICATION – Bridge between school districts, postsecondary institutions, and business partners by listening attentively and clearly conveying information and ideas; present information to large audiences in engaging ways;
• CUSTOMER SERVICE - Treat customers courteously and anticipate and respond to their needs;
• DECISIVENESS - Exercise sound judgment when making decisions and take prompt, decisive action;
• PROJECT MANAGEMENT: Efficiently organize trainings, projects, and workgroups; consistently prioritize competing demands and follow through to completion;
• INFORMATION SEEKING - Actively seek, collect, and evaluate information to learn more about issues or events; research best practices related to content standards and curriculum;
• INITIATIVE - Display a high level of effort and commitment towards completing assignments and goals;
• PROBLEM SOLVING - Analyze problems and make sound decisions;
• COMPOSURE - Remain focused in stressful situations and keep emotions under control; deal with others tactfully;
• RELATIONSHIP BUILDING - Work to build and maintain professional relationships with people who provide information, assistance, or support.

Additional Requirements: To be considered, you must attach your resume and cover letter.

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

The State of South Dakota offers employer paid health insurance plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=KHR
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"